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On November 7, the Supreme Court will privately consider whether to take up a case that involves marriage equality. We are closely monitoring this development and we will never stop fighting for our rights and freedoms.

Here’s what you need to know. 🧵

On a blue gradient background with HRC logo and image of Kelley Robinson, white and yellow text reads, "If they can criminalize trans existence, immigrants are next, and Black people are already on the chopping block. We're not going to get ahead by leaving anyone behind." Attributed to Kelley Robinson, HRC President.

It isn’t just about Pride. It’s about our collective power.

Our movement needs to hear EVERYONE’s stories to change hearts, minds, and policies.

Read more from @advocate.com + @kelleyjrobinson.bsky.social: https://www.advocate.com/news/kelley-robinson-hrc-president-interview

What are YOUR main priorities? Share your vision for a pro-equality future with us today: hrc.im/millionvoices

This week’s arguments in Shilling v. Trump affirmed what we already knew to be true: there’s no basis for Trump’s trans military ban — just cruelty and discrimination.

The Ninth Circuit must block the so-called “Hegseth Policy” banning trans people from serving in the military.

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Reports of rising mpox cases come at the same time that the Trump administration is stigmatizing and defunding health care for LGBTQ+ people.

We need our community to protect one another by sharing vital information and prioritizing our collective health and safety: 🧵 (1/4)

hrc.im/mpox

“We don’t take an oath to an individual. We take an oath to the Constitution.”

As retired Navy commander Shawn Skelly shared, the oath she took can be summed up in two words: NO KINGS! Keep the momentum going by getting involved in your community: https://bit.ly/42iDdWa

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Together with @lambdalegal.org, we’re fighting back against Trump’s cruel and discriminatory transgender military ban that threatens our nation’s security.

We won’t stop fighting for our brave trans servicemembers.

The right to live freely. Equal rights under the law. The safety to be ourselves. That is D.C.’s American Dream.

Use this filter and share your American Dream: hrc.im/ADTSocial

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We’ve got an ace up our sleeve…for Ace Week!

Asexuality is a sexual orientation in which people experience little or no sexual attraction to others.

Research on the asexual community is still growing — which is why our visibility is more important than ever: hrc.im/millionvoices

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Across the country, millions of peaceful protestors took to the streets to make a simple declaration: No Thrones. No Crowns. NO KINGS.

The pro-democracy, pro-equality majority is growing. Keep the momentum by getting involved in your area: hrc.im/InYourArea

That’s who he is. The morally corrupt candidate for Lt. Governor in Virginia.

Help get out the vote in Virginia to stop anti-equality politicians from attacking our freedoms: hrc.im/Volunteer

Allies — we need you to show up now more than ever.

When we advocate for each other, our spaces become safer for EVERYONE.

Here are more key takeaways from the legendary Ginger Minj on advocacy, allyship, and protecting queer spaces: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSzGa7OASHQ

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No Thrones. No Crowns. NO KINGS.

Today, in big cities and small towns alike, millions of nonviolent protestors will take to the streets to remind Donald Trump and his authoritarian regime who holds the power: THE PEOPLE.

Make a sign, grab a friend, and find an event near you: hrc.im/Volunteer

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Yellow background with No Kings logo and text below reading "Know Your Rights." The bottom half of the graphic reads, "The U.S. Constitution grants all people rights. I am proud to be exercising mine. I do NOT wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign any documents. I do NOT consent to you searching me, my vehicle, or my belongings, or to you entering my home or place of business. If you have warrant by a judge or magistrate, please show it to me. If you are at my home, slide it under the door. Are you detaining me? If not, I would like to leave. If so, I would like to speak to a lawyer. Please tell me your name, the agency you work for, and your badge number. NoKings.org/KYR."

Un fondo amarillo con el logo de "No Kings." debajo texto que leé "Conozca sus derechos." Debajo hay texto que leé "La Constitución otorga derechos a todas las personas. Orgullosamente ejerzo los míos. No quiero hablar con usted, ni contestar sus preguntas, ni fimar nungún documento. No consiento que registre mi persona, ni mi vehículo, ni mis cosas, ni a que entre a mi casa ni a mi negocio. Si tience una orden firmada por un juez o un magistrado, por favor muéstramela. Si está en mi casa, pásela por debajo de la puerta. ¿Me está deteniendo? Si no, quiero irme. Si sí, quiero hablar con un abogado. Por favor deme su nombre, la agencia para la que trabaja, y su número de placa." El texto inferior leé "nokings.org/KYR"

​​Tomorrow, we take to the streets to non-violently and peacefully protest the Trump regime’s abuse of power and crackdown on our freedoms.

When we know our rights, we can defend our rights. Before attending a #NoKings rally this weekend, share this with your protest pals: hrc.im/ProtestSafety

There is nothing more American than taking to the streets to demand freedom.

Find your local No Kings action: hrc.im/volunteer

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We are daring to #DreamOutLoud.

Young Black queer students are leading this country forward. Their work is rooted in the rich legacy of HBCUs and their communities.

The American Dream is a collective vision for a world where dignity and justice belong to all of us: https://bit.ly/47aQcL6

"All of us at the Human Rights Campaign feel a profound sense of loss at the passing of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy. She held many roles throughout her life: prison reform and civil rights activist, HIV outreach and prevention educator, executive director, executive producer. To many, though, she was best known as 'Mom' — as she mentored and looked over so many younger trans women in the community. A pillar in our community, Miss Major's lifetime of challenging work fundamentally changed and improved the lives of so many, especially Black transgender women. From Stonewall to her HIV activism to her support of so many transgender and gender nonconforming folks in the South, her legacy is powerful and lasting. We owe her a debt that can never be repaid." — Kelley Robinson. President, Human Rights Campaign

We remember trans icon and civil rights advocate Miss Major Griffin-Gracy. A pillar in our community, Miss Major's lifetime of challenging work fundamentally changed and improved the lives of so many — especially Black trans women.

Our statement from HRC President @kelleyjrobinson.bsky.social:

Using someone’s correct pronouns is basic respect — period.

People’s identities should not only be recognized but CELEBRATED.

Wear your pronouns with pride: hrc.im/pronouns

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As we celebrate #HBCUOutLoudDay, we are daring to #DreamOutLoud.

The American Dream is our collective vision for a better world in which everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Now more than ever, we must share our stories to reclaim our narrative. Share your story: hrc.im/HBCUOutLoudDay

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Marchers carry a banner that reads, "We, Too, Have A Dream" with upside-down pink triangles. Yellow text, "Our History is American History." White text, "Source: Lambda Archives of San Diego." HRC logo appears.

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On this day in 1987, nearly 750k people participated in the second Gay and Lesbian March on Washington to demand that the Reagan admin honor those we lost to the HIV epidemic.

This LGBTQ+ History Month, we honor those who fought before us as we continue the fight for those who will follow us.

Photo of diverse HRC volunteers at St. Louis Pride with a Navy Blue gradient. Yellow and white text appears, "’For those who aren't able to come out — for whatever reason — right now, know that you are seen, you are loved, and when you're ready, there is a big community ready to embrace you with open arms.’ — Laurel Powell, HRC'S Director of Communications, Source: The Washington Blade - “Coming out is more than a concept, it’s a necessity” by Laurel Powell" HRC logo appears.

As we celebrate #NationalComingOutDay, we welcome ALL LGBTQ+ people, no matter where you are on your coming out journey.

To those who aren’t out: No rush. We are ready to welcome you with open arms on your terms.

To those who are out and proud: Continue to show up, speak out, and be you.

On a blue background with HRC logo, white and yellow text reads, "We are not afraid. We will not be silenced."

No one, no matter their political affiliation, should be able to silence the voices of those who disagree with them

We will NOT bow to a wannabe king.

Winsome Earle-Sears — that is, in fact, discrimination.

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We’ve got a star-studded cast for our National Coming Out Day SpeakOUT Kick Off call happening TONIGHT!

If you haven’t already, RSVP and save your spot to help kick off a weekend of stories, connection, and opportunities to take action all across the country: hrc.im/NCODKickOff

WATCH: Linda, who lost her son after he spent years in dangerous and discredited “conversion therapy,” speaks on why Colorado’s law helps protect families, kids, and faith.

Her story is a textbook example of why the Supreme Court must uphold Colorado’s restrictions on these harmful practices.

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Turn the page! 🏳️‍🌈📚

Join us and @georgetakei.bsky.social to oppose censorship during Banned Books Week.

What’s on your shelf this #BannedBooksWeek? Show it off: hrc.im/bannedbooks

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Next week, Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the country will celebrate #HBCUOutLoudDay.

On October 15 and beyond, we’ll dare to #DreamOutLoud and tell our stories. Now more than ever, we must reclaim our narrative by sharing our dream for a better future: hrc.im/HBCUOutLoudDay

Today, the Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Chiles v. Salazar, a case challenging Colorado’s 2019 ban on dangerous and discredited “conversion therapy.”

So-called “conversion therapy” is an abusive pseudoscience that has been rejected by EVERY major medical and mental health organization.

Come join HRC Houston at Katy Pride October 18th. Like to volunteer at our booth? Sign up here! houston.hrc.org/events/katy-...

If you're a first-time visitor or maybe regular like we are 😁, come by and say Hi. 👋 #KatyPrideLGBTQ #lgbthouston #hrchouston 🌈

Community helps us discover who we are. 🏳️‍🌈

We sat down with the legendary Ginger Minj to chat about her journey from small town kid to international queer icon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSzGa7OASHQ

#LGBTQ #Storytime #NationalComingOutDay